Our mission is to protect and improve Narragansett Bay.

Our vision is a fully swimmable, fishable, healthy Narragansett Bay, accessible to all.

Save The Bay is an independent, member-supported, nonprofit organization. We got our start as a grassroots organization in 1970, when a small group of concerned citizens came together to fight an oil refinery proposed for the shores of Tiverton. Their work began our legacy as the eyes, ears and voice for Narragansett Bay. Today we carry out our mission through three areas of work: advocacy, education, and habitat restoration and adaptation.

Latest News & Stories

Save The Bay’s 2023 Bay-Friendly Gift Guide

Friday, December 1, 2023

Share your love for Narragansett Bay with family and friends this holiday season! From history books and artwork to Save The Bay merchandise and tour gift certificates, we have something for everyone on your list!

Share your love for Narragansett Bay with family and friends this holiday season! From history books and artwork to Save The Bay merchandise and tour gift certificates, we have something... ...Read More

Restoring the “Kickie”

Monday, November 27, 2023

After years of planning and advocacy, the Kickemuit River is on its way to being restored  by Wenley Ferguson, Director of Habitat Restoration Over a century ago, the Kickemuit River flowed freely through Warren, Rhode Island and sediment samples suggest that the tidal river once supported a healthy salt marsh habitat. But the ecosystem along … Read More

After years of planning and advocacy, the Kickemuit River is on its way to being restored  by Wenley Ferguson, Director of Habitat Restoration Over a century ago, the Kickemuit River... ...Read More

Inaugural Restore the Shore Restaurant Industry Coastal Awareness Week

Monday, November 6, 2023

Inaugural Restore the Shore Restaurant Industry Coastal Awareness Week By Courtney Nicolson, communications specialist The Rhode Island restaurant industry came together in a show of support for the inaugural Restore the Shore Restaurant Industry Coastal Awareness Week hosted by Pizza Marvin October 23-29. The idea came from Bristol native, Robert Andreozzi, co-founder of Pizza Marvin … Read More

Inaugural Restore the Shore Restaurant Industry Coastal Awareness Week By Courtney Nicolson, communications specialist The Rhode Island restaurant industry came together in a show of support for the inaugural Restore... ...Read More

What You Can Do Today To Help Narragansett Bay

Join a Beach Cleanup near you!

Join a Beach Cleanup near you!

Help Save The Bay remove trash left on beaches and shorelines all over the state. Beach cleanups are a great activity for clubs, corporate teams, families and individuals.

Sign up for a Cleanup
Practice Bay-Friendly Living

Practice Bay-Friendly Living

Learn and practice our lawncare and lifestyle tips to save you time and money, and save the Bay. Every small action by many people can make a big difference.

Visit Our Bay-Friendly Tips Page
Support Environmental Legislation

Support Environmental Legislation

Stand with Save The Bay in supporting a statewide ban on single-use plastics and legislation to establish the Ocean State Climate Adaptation and Resilience Fund.

Learn More and Take Action